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One Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Altoona

Monday, September 21

ALTOONA, Kan. — A two-vehicle crash near Altoona left a Buffalo woman injured Saturday morning. The collision occurred just before noon Sept. 19 at the intersection of U.S. 75 and K-47. According to reports, one of the vehicles was traveling on K-47 when it failed... Read More.

Iola Announces Fall Citywide Cleanup

Sunday, September 20

IOLA, Kan. — The City of Iola is preparing for its annual fall citywide cleanup, with pickup scheduled to begin Monday, Oct. 5. City residents are encouraged to use the cleanup as an opportunity to dispose of unwanted household items and yard debris. Residents who... Read More.

US Corn Production Forecast Drops on Yields

Sunday, September 20

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service on Sept. 15 revised the 2026/27 corn production forecast down to 15.8 billion bushels, a 1% decrease from the previous month’s projection. Despite the reduction and a drop of 1.2 billion bushels from... Read More.

Deep Fission Releases Safety Design Agreement for Kansas Nuclear Pilot Project

Sunday, September 20

TOPEKA, Kan. — The company building a nuclear reactor one mile underground in Parsons made its federally approved safety report available to the public Monday. The U.S. Department of Energy approved Deep Fission Inc.’s safety design for its Gravity nuclear reactor in... Read More.

Bomgaars in Iola Hosting Smoke Detector Drive

Sunday, September 20

Bomgaars in Iola is helping promote fire safety this fall by hosting a Smoke Detector Drive in recognition of Fire Prevention Week. The store is collecting new, unopened smoke detectors through Oct. 20 to support local fire prevention efforts. All smoke detectors donated during the... Read More.

Georgia Man Indicted for Traveling to Kansas to Have Sex with Minor

Sunday, September 20

WICHITA, KAN. – A Georgia man made his initial appearance before a U.S. Magistrate judge after a federal grand jury in Wichita returned an indictment charging him with crossing state lines to allegedly have sex with a minor. According to court documents, Cameron Blount, 24,... Read More.

Allen Community College Opens Accelerated Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Pathway through Newman University

Sunday, September 20

Iola, Kansas — Allen Community College graduates can finish a bachelor's degree in criminal justice in as few as 12 months under a new agreement between Newman University and the Kansas Association of Community Colleges, the statewide association representing the 19 community colleges and... Read More.

Humanity House Launches Whole Hog Raffle to Support Local Families

Thursday, September 17

IOLA, Kan. — Humanity House is giving residents a chance to “go whole hog for a good cause” with its Whole Hog Raffle, a fundraiser aimed at supporting local families in need. The raffle began Sept. 8 and continues through Saturday, Oct. 17. Tickets are... Read More.

Student Arrested After Gun Detected at Wyandotte High School

Thursday, September 17

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A student was arrested Wednesday morning after a firearm was detected during a security screening at Wyandotte High School in Kansas City, Kansas. According to KCTV5, the incident occurred around 7:20 a.m. Sept. 16 as the student went through metal detectors... Read More.

Fort Scott National Historic Site Welcomes 22 New U.S. Citizens

Thursday, September 17

FORT SCOTT, Kan. — Twenty-two people from 17 countries officially became United States citizens Wednesday during a naturalization ceremony at Fort Scott National Historic Site. The ceremony was held on the historic fort’s parade ground, providing a unique setting for the new citizens to... Read More.

The “Sunflower Stretch”: Kansas Prepares for a 575-Mile Homecoming as the Coast-to-Coast American Discovery 250 Relay Crosses the Sunflower State

Thursday, September 17

Kansas Trails Inc. partners with the American Discovery Trail Society to carry a copy of the Declaration of Independence across the State Sept. 15–24, 2026, inviting hikers, cyclists, and communities to take part in America's 250th birthday celebration. OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — From the wind-carved... Read More.

Allen County Farm Bureau Highlights National Farm Safety and Health Week

Wednesday, September 16

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Allen County Farm Bureau Association is encouraging those involved in agriculture to participate and help spread awareness about farm safety and health during National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 21-25. This year’s theme is “Safety Today, Success Tomorrow,” emphasizing... Read More.